Biotechnology
At Química Agronómica de México (QAM), we understand that biotechnology is one of the most important pillars for the advancement of humanity. In our company, this field is not limited to the development of biotechnological agricultural products, but encompasses innovative, high-impact projects that leverage microbiological processes to generate concrete benefits for society, always under a sustainable and responsible approach.
We have a biotechnology research and development department equipped with cutting-edge technology and a highly specialized team, allowing us to promote solid, innovative, and sustainable projects over time. This area is essential to remain at the forefront of the agroindustrial sector and to expand our applications to other key industries.
Our commitment to biotechnology includes:
Developing solutions for agriculture, livestock, industry, and other strategic areas.
Exploring and enhancing biological processes present in microorganisms, transforming them into business and social value.
Apply biotechnology across multiple disciplines to solve immediate problems and build a healthier, more efficient, and sustainable future.
At QAM, we are open to collaborating, co-creating, and developing joint lines of research that generate positive impact. We believe that applied biotechnology is a powerful tool for improving the quality of life, preserving natural resources, and providing real solutions to global challenges.

Laboratory Level
QAM has the qualified personnel, infrastructure, and cutting-edge instrumentation necessary for the comprehensive development of biotechnological products. We range from applied research to process optimization, validating them on an industrial scale, ensuring innovation and quality in each project.
Microbial footprint:
Design/optimization of culture media:
Carbon-nitrogen balance.
Experimentation with different matrices and raw material sources.
Determination of osmotic profile, micronutrients, and cofactors.
pH measurement.
Determination of biomass concentration:
Dry weight per unit volume.
Optical density by spectrophotometry.
Cell counting in a Neubauer chamber.
Colony-forming units (CFU).
Substrate consumption.
Macroscopic and microscopic morphology:
Staining as required by the project.
Scaling
Once the microbial footprint has been elucidated, QAM has the capacity to develop manufacturing protocols and proof of concept at various scales, in addition to standardizing production processes.
Scales:
- 14L Stirred Tank Bioreactors (8)
- 20L Stirred Tank Bioreactors
- 70L Stirred Tank Bioreactors
- 150L Stirred Tank Bioreactors (2)
- 500L Stirred Tank Bioreactors (2)
- 1,000L Air Lift Bioreactor
- 3,000L Stirred Tank Bioreactors
- 15,000L Stirred Tank Bioreactors (2)
Instrumentation and Measurement:
Real-time and throughout the entire process
pH sensor
Turbidity sensor
Dissolved oxygen sensor
BioPat X-gas (Exhaust gas measurement)
BioPat Trace (Glucose and lactate measurement)
Level sensor (Useful for continuous cultures)
Foam sensor (Antifoam addition)
From samples:
Enzyme activity
Western blotting
HPLC
Spectrophotometry
Biomass
Yield
Operations
In addition to carrying out the manufacturing protocol in QAM, it is possible to perform various unit operations according to the needs of the final product of interest, such as separation, filtration, drying, concentration, digestion, etc. (leave the equipment descriptions).
Centrifuge:
Allows the separation of the culture medium from the fermenter by density.
R Plant:
Equipment that facilitates the microfiltration and ultrafiltration of particles of interest using membranes of different sizes.
Spray Dryer:
Equipment that allows a dry powder to be obtained from a liquid or suspension.